More and more these days her little eyes were allowing her to venture out on her own. They were giving the growing girl some space to learn to live on her own. But, of course, this was not in just random places it was more in places that she knew well enough. Either of the clubs they worked in, out in the country by the groove they grew up in, or in Caileen current favorite place to go, the woods near a large currently dormant volcano. The volcano had erupted recently but now lay calmer. The group known and C.A.I.Z.U. had ventured forth there a few times, still having strong ties to being out and about in the wild, and Caileen had taken a particular shine to it and none of her smaller counterparts really knew why. But she felt a certain warmth and homey feel to it. So after several trips to the woods around this mouton, the blind Exeggcute girl knew the way to get there and the four smaller versions of herself would allow her to go by herself knowing that this was Caileen’s time to be alone and think about things. It was not in a Exeggcute’s nature to seek solitude often but everyone wanted to be alone from time to time. So it was not uncommon for the smaller four to withdraw their minds from their link with Caileen and allow her to enjoy the beauty of nature when she headed towards the woods around the volcano.
If truth were told in her recent visits Caileen had not been alone. She had found herself a little friend in the forest. And she was looking very much forward to seeing him again. She was hoping that he would find her this time during her walk. She knew it was winter so maybe the Froakie would be hibernating or trying to stay warm. After all he was frog and when the weather got chilly often times frogs got sluggish and slept a lot so maybe her walk this time would truly be alone. She had a jacket on but it was not a thick one. She was not a fan of the cold but she did not mind it. So she walked slowly her hand slightly out in front of her just incase she did not sense a tree coming too close to her.
Posted: Sun Jan 05, 2014 1:15 am
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His colors and everything aren't set in stone yet. But I'm going to give a good estimate, now.
This section of the mountains, and most extensively within the forest, was riddled with hundreds of nearly invisible criss-crossing paths. These paths were used by resident patrols both on and above the ground, not only to protect the pokémon citizenry from invaders, but to scout for friendly newcomers. They were really hoping to recruit to increase their numbers and rebuild their village. Caileen had been discovered in secret by the little froakie, and while she already had a place to stay with four of her siblings, by now everyone knew about their little meetings. And did Evron ever get razzed for it.
Today one patrol came in while Evron was tending to his friend, the chimchar Huǒ’s wounds. Though they were mostly healed, his severe burns still caused the fire-type great pain, which in turn only encouraged snarky behavior.“Will you lay off already?”the chimchar chittered in annoyance, flailing his arms at Evron, and pushing him lightly away. To anyone unfamiliar with their antics, they may have seemed to barely tolerate one another instead of being the best of friends.
“Nope, I’m not quite done,”the froakie retorted with a deep-throated coak, and proceeded to “finish” by wrapping the chimchar’s mouth up with clean cloth bandages.“Now I’m done.”
“Hey Evron! We’re back.”
The froakie turned to regard one of the returning pokémon, one of a set of twin squirtles named Lautrec. As he rose to meet Lautrec, Huǒ was sure to give him a sound kick on the rump, to which the froakie responded with a long, rolling raspberry which left his tongue nearly brushing the ground.
“What have you got to report?”Now face-to-face with the squirtle, they could finally get down to business.
“There’s a girl lost in the forest. Maybe you know her,”Lautrec added the last with a smirk.
Huǒ’s chuckle was echoed by Lautrec’s.“Maybe she’s not so lost.”
“You guys are awful.”Evron did go off then to find her, but not before the chimchar could wrap him up in a scarf, one that he took from around Lautrec’s neck. It was cold outside and there weren’t enough to go around. Every day they harassed each other, but never was it out of spite. Their ragtag village was one big extended family.
Traveling to meet her gave Evron time to reflect upon the girl, who was in actuality a teenager. He could recall all of their meetings, and each time he met her with slowly growing fondness. Caileen wasn’t just any girl: she was unique. Somehow, she had become a human-pokémon, a state of being he did not quite understand. And she had something else that made her special. For all the training he and his friends had undergone to become quick, strong, and silent, she could hear him coming almost every time. She was blind, and her hearing was exceptional.
The wind shifted the leaves overhead as he landed on a branch, several trees away from Caileen. He could barely see her as she moved, just a smudge of color through thick layers of leaves as his huge yellowy eyes peered out at her. The soft pads of his fingers and toes gripped the bark firmly as he crept down the tree trunk. After rearranging the scarf to ensure it was out of the way, he then launched to the next tree, landing softly and nearly silently. He could see her clearly now. But could she perceive him?
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Posted: Sun Jan 05, 2014 12:51 pm
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His colors and everything aren't set in stone yet. But I'm going to give a good estimate, now.
hehe no worries take your time with working out his colors XD
Caileen could not help but notice that Evron was taking his time this time around. Normally he would be following her almost as soon as she was in the territory but maybe he really was sleeping this time. She smiles and looked down, though she knew she would not be able to see it, at the small bagged box she had on her left arm. She wondered if she would be able to give this little gift to her friend. She sighs and looked up now at the sky her orange hair falling back to revile her covered eyes as a breeze blew by her causing her to shiver a bit.
She was letting her mind wander but there was something that 'appeared' near by her. She let out a slow breath and brought her head back down. She extended her seances to listen to the near silent area surrounding her she could hear nothing but the icy breeze and the crisp sound of it playing on the iced plants. But though she could not hear it she no long felt alone. She had learned not to panic when she was younger so she did not think she needed to ready for an attack but she did try to locate the energy she felt. It was hard not to allow a smile to cross her soft lips. Maybe it really was Evron. She felt her heart race with excitement as anyone who had not seen a dear friend in a wail would.
She gave a shrug as if she did not sense anything and started to walk again allow the one watching her to make another move, they were after all not too close just yet. She walked slowly though she did not seem to see the root that was in front of her. She gasped as she felt down onto her hands and knees.
Posted: Sun Jan 05, 2014 4:09 pm
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What do you think of them? Pretty readable? I was thinking of making thoughts pink like the tongue on the evolutions, hehe.
Evron watched Caileen with curiousity. She seemed to be carrying something, which piqued his interest. What could it be? She, too seemed distracted, tilting her head back as the wind caught her hair. He did not see her shivering, but it was cool enough today that it was safe to assume that she was, so she must have come for a good reason as opposed to on a whim. Perhaps it had something to do with the box, something she wanted to show him, or maybe even a pic-nick lunch. He was not certain yet whether she was aware of his presence, but she was definitely waiting as she pressed on. Then she tripped and fell.
"Caileen."His sneaking game was suddenly over. Lightning-quick were his navigation and descent from the trees. Then he was by her side, resting cold-blooded fingers gently on her arm. His scarf slid down, brushing their arms with its chilly tassels. "Are you all right?"
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Posted: Sun Jan 05, 2014 6:26 pm
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I like them a lot though I think when he evolves I think that maybe the pink would look good too. XD
Caileen had heard the soft call of her name and the speedy movement down a near by tree. She sat back on her knees as she felt the cold fingers touch her arms. It brought a smile to her lips and yet her freckled cheeks flushed darkly. She had never fallen in front of Evron. She shivered again as she felt the sensation of cloth brushing her arm as well.
She turned her face towards him and placed a hand over his little one. "So it was you I felt. Yes I think I am all right. I am so sorry you had to see that." she smiled at him though the palm of her hands and her knees were scraped up a bit with a bit of blood. She took her hand from his and then looked a bit worried. "Oh no...the gifts I got you...are they alright?" She asked starting to feel around for the box. "Did you see where it went Evron?' She asked in her gentle voice.
Posted: Sun Jan 05, 2014 8:53 pm
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Hopefully he won't think too much until then. /shot xD
Evron watched her sit back on the knees she had just fallen on, glad that they would support her weight. He saw her smile and shiver. Was she cold or in pain? Her hand as she placed it over his was much warmer than his as expected, but he could also feel the heat pulsing from the wounds on her palm. He was about to say something about that, and reassure her that she had nothing to be ashamed of, when she began to look for the package she had dropped. He scanned the path on both sides, peering into the underbrush. Then seeing it, went to retrieve it and place it against her searching hands. A quick search had revealed some scuffs, but he did not shake it to listen for any breakage. So it was a gift of some sort?"Here."
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Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2014 4:56 am
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Thoughts will always get one into trouble. XD
Caileen could not believe how pathetic and helpless she must seem right now. She could almost hear Ajax yelling at her to stop showing how weak they were. To not let strangers she how venerable she was. But she could not help it. This was going to be the first real time she gave anyone a gift. She did not know how nervous one could be with giving something to another. She had the added worry of never having really seen the objects in the box so those at the stores might have miss led her in what she bought but surely they were honest people.
She felt him move away from her and figured that he had found it. She waited quietly following his movements with her ears and then slowly slid her fingers up the edges of the box as he placed it near her hands. She smiled, the warm smile of relief and gratefulness. "Thank you Evron. It seems okay." She said as she felt over the box. She would have reached over to give his shoulder a pat but she did not want to risk possibly hitting him in the eye or looking even more weak though she would have loved to hug him near. Instead she laughed softly, "Sorry to cause so much trouble. You didn't even get to try sneaking up on me this time. I guess I will have to make another trip out here huh?"
She carefully pulled her legs around to sit on her backside instead of on her knees, "Would you like to open the box now or wait a bit?" She knew he was a very patient Froakie so she wondered if he was even curious as to what was inside. She smiled and thought a bit, "Evron...are you wearing something? I felt something brush my hand earlier....do you already have a scarf?"
Posted: Mon Jan 06, 2014 11:38 pm
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No! Evron! Stop thinking! It's easier on everyone if you don't-- ...hey, wait a minute. XD
"It's no trouble, and you are always welcome to visit,"he replied sincerely to her apologies. He patted her hands as their nervous inspection of the box came to a rest.
Perhaps it should stand to reason that Evron was more concerned for Caileen's well-being than the box she had been carrying with her. She had yet to stand, so the doubt still lingered vaguely in his mind that she would be able to continue her hike through the woods. He glanced around, and as always he remained alert to sounds such as those of approaching pokémon, but there was nothing out of the ordinary. It would be safe to remain here for the time being.
But the box was obviously very important to her, and she had indicated that it was a gift to him. So he did focus on the box once more and his curiosity quickly returned. He could not help but wonder what it might contain. But he wasn't sure how to behave in this situation. The custom of gift-giving was foreign to him, except in a very casual way, such as when one shares their food with a friend."A gift... I don't know what to do,"he admitted through a quiet croak.
"Yes, I am wearing a scarf,"he said matter-of-factly, regarding her questioningly but happy for the change of subject. He reached up to the long but threadbare cloth and unwound a length of it, touching her hand with the tasseled end so that she could inspect it if she wanted to."There was a patrol that came in just before I left, and one of them loaned me the scarf he was wearing,"he said by way of explanation. It was a simplistic version of those events, but he was not about to describe all the teasing on the subject of Caileen herself, nor could he really explain that things like scarves were commonly shared among his friends and family.
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Posted: Tue Jan 07, 2014 11:06 am
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Haha! His thoughts may doom us all but he seems so naturally curious so I don't know if stopping his thoughts will be possible or safe. He might need these thoughts to keep going. XD
Caileen was nearly completely unaware of the froakie's concern for her. She felt that his kindness towards her and his gentleness was concern but in a friendly manner not one of pity but she tried not to over think on other's emotions. She was not connected to him so she could not see his real feelings and she had learned that it was best not to read too much into things. And see something there when there was nothing. That and as much as Ura tried Caileen was not a romantic like the small woman was.
"Thank you I am very glad to hear I am always welcomed to visit you. I really do look forward to it." She smiled at the soft pats of his hand to reassure her. He really was a very good Pokemon. "To be honest...you're the first person I have gotten something for...so I am not really sure how to go about it...and I don't know if you will like any of it...since I picked most of it out without the others...so the colors might be...off." She said with a smile despite her worry.
She tilted her head as the fabric brushed her hand and turned it slowly to reach up and stroke the threadbare thing. She felt sadden by the touch and the words he spoke on how he got it. So all of them were sharing. She had never met any of the others of the rag tag group that Evron called family but she knew there were quiet a few of them. She wish now she had thought of getting things for them as well. Her softly lips turned in a bit of a frown, but she looked down at the box again and tried to change the focus of the subject.
She knew what it was like to go without and had spent most of her life with just her the other four sometimes able to stay in their only friends dojo but that was when she had been hurt. She had not gone back there since she found out that her dear friend had eyes for someone else and she did not want to burden him or his family with worrying about her health and trouble. She shook her head to rid the negative thoughts from her head and back to the focus change she was wanting to do, "How are the patrols going? Have you recruited any more? I hope there have not been any big scuffles. I would not want any of you seriously hurt. Though I know you all can handle yourselves pretty well. You've gotten quieter I had not heard you until you said my name." She smiled up at him a proud bright smile.
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 10:14 pm
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You have a couple of good points there. I guess it's him or us... *tries to sneak off with him while Caileen isn't looking* ninja
"Good, then I will be expecting you."Their growing friendship had begun by accident, but their time together had been a great joy amid a sea of daily worries and more. That she was looking forward to it too was not surprising based on their short history, but it did always make him happy to hear it."Then... I suppose I shall have to open it,"he said softly, ever practical,"and I think it matters more that you chose it for me than anything else."
After she had inspected his scarf, he gently took her hand, and kept hold of it."Do you think you can stand, and walk? We can move to a mossy log to sit on while I open this."
"The patrols go well. We have mapped the mountain thoroughly. The eruption changed a small area around the village only, except for some cracks here and there. None outside of the village but in the area have challenged our territory. Some of us are still missing, and no one new has joined lately, except for one. I would like to tell you about him."His words began clipped and businesslike, as it would often do when he was making a report. He had to, for some of it was upsetting. But this new person he mentioned left his voice nearly shaking with awe.
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Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 10:48 pm
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XD I don't think it would matter much if she was looking or not seeing how she could not see. *puts headphones on Caileen* here listen to this super cool new song...we are just going to tell Evron a secret we won't be long.
She really hoped that he would like the items within the small box. She knew that she was a distraction to his work but she was always grateful for him finding time to spend with her. And she was sure he needed the break just as much as she needed it. Surely he even got tired of his family from time to time. More so than not, maybe with the teasing that her presence caused him.
The fact that he took and held her hand made her smile and blush a bit. The flushing of her cheeks only growing darker as she realized that it and his words meant he was really worried for her because of her fall. She nods, "I am so sorry Evron...Yes I am sure I can stand and walk alright." she gave his small hand a gentle squeeze before letting it go to slowly get up on her feel. She winced a bit feeling a pain down her left leg but she gave him a smile. "I think I just tweaked my ankle a bit..." she said gently to him and looked around as if she would be able to see the log, "Where is the log I think if I can rest it I should be fine in a few moments after you open the gift and tell me all about this new guy you have."
She tried not to laugh had how proper and formal his speech would become when he was telling her about 'work'. She knew it was because some of it was not pleasant to go over but she always tried to support her growing friendship with the froakie and she did find it all interesting, even if she had never gone to the village or seen any of his companions. And she could not help but pick up the notes of awe in his voice. It was strange she had never heard that tone in his voice before. This new member must be quiet a fellow. "I am very sorry to hear some are still missing. I do hope that they will turn up soon and alright. I hope it is not someone dear to you Evron. Maybe I could have my eyes come up and we can help you patrol one day or search?"
Posted: Wed Jan 08, 2014 11:27 pm
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Oh poor thing, when that song's over she'll be calling him and getting no response! *sets Joy down* There we go. Lots of not thinking there. /shot with magma cannon XD
Evron watched her keenly until she had proven she was steady on her feet. He was too small to even try to catch her, but he could watch for her landing, or guide her to a place to lean. But she did not seem to need any of that. While she was in some measure of pain, and would probably need some first aid, she was able to stand. Could she walk? If he could get her someplace comfortable, he could conceivably leave her to fetch a kit and more, such as a splint, if necessary.
He knew well where things like fallen logs were located. There were more now after the eruption had shaken some dead or sickly trees loose of the soil. There was a clearing not too far off the path that was naturally secluded from most weather. There were a couple criss-crossed, wet-smelling logs with moss that made for comfortable seating, or the basis for a small shelter."Off the trail to the right,"he said, and gave her the directions.
He wondered if she really could help, if her "eyes" had seen anyone from the mountain. There had been some bodies found, but others had disappeared without a trace."Do you think so?"he asked softly."I have a cousin..."he trailed off and shook his head."We'll talk about it another time. Today it's happier things we'll talk about. And I'll get you something to mend your ankle. How is it holding your weight?"
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Posted: Thu Jan 09, 2014 9:02 am
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Oh my how sad, but with not a lot of things they should be safer. She also should not be inspired to think then either. Yay for the fact of a god who can not think well. *trips Caileen so she lands partly against Joy* oops XD
Off the path and too the right. She gave a small nod, "Would you mind carrying the box? I might need both hands." She moved slowly off the path making sure her ankle would hold her. She could feel a twinge with each step but it just managed to hold her up. She held her hands out partly for balance and to check for any objects that might prove an issue. She knew that Evron would warn her if she was about to hit something but he was not fully used to being her eyes so he might forget. "It is managing...and you don't have to rush off too soon. I would like to spend some more time with you before you having to rush off to help me." she said softly and smiled, "Sorry I have causing so much worry this visit I really did not mean too."
She bit her lower lip in thought. So he was missing a cousin. It was so much more painful to be missing family. She would for sure have to come back with her eyes and help look. She wondered if his cousin was Froakie as well but he wanted to talk about it another time so she would not push far into it she just added, "I will come back with my eyes next time. And we can help with a patrol."
It took several long minutes but she made it to the criss crossed logs and sat down. She moved her fingers over her left leg and check it, "Nothing is broken since it could hold me...but I guess it is good that there is not a storm going on so we don't have to rush anywhere." she reached out a hand to try and find Evron.
Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2014 1:15 am
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LOL! Nice move. I should be nicer to him, he's just inexperienced. *snork* Caileen, educate him already. xP My brain turned to mush when I was finishing this reply up. Hope it's all right. x.x <3
"Of course, Caileen,"Evron replied, holding the box carefully as they moved away from the path and into the trees and underbrush.
"I would not leave right away,"he reassured her."You are not a bother, don't worry."Their pace was slow. He did his best to give her accurate directions to avoid any missteps. It was difficult! On the ground, could not see branches at her eye-level, for example, but when up in a tree he could see few roots and rocks protruding from the ground.
"That would not be necessary,"he replied to her offer of looking for the missing. Not only was the potential search area vast, but he did not want her to witness the death caused by a volcanic eruption."Actually, I was wondering if I could give you a list of the missing and you can keep watch. Maybe ask around. They might seek out towns if they are injured."It was a long way to the city, but it was not impossible.
When they found the logs, he hopped up beside her. While she checked over her leg for soundness, he noticed the blood staining her skin and clothes. They seemed not to be caused by gashes or other serious injuries. She was right: if she could walk, her bones were probably solid, and it was unlikely that she had sprained her ankle. That was very good.
When she tried to find him, he reached out to her with his cool fingers. Her comment about the weather sent a pang of worry through him. The weather could change quickly here as the elevation rose; another thing to keep watch for."Well, would you like me to open this box?"
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Posted: Sat Jan 11, 2014 2:18 pm
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I don't even think that she would know just how to make them both experienced. I think it would be more like accidentally experience.
*Caileen flushes and tries to get up from Joy, her hand slipping and she falls face to face kissing him* See there you got Caileen teach him! XD
And it seems just fine. <3
It was slow going to get to the log but she made it fairly safely with Evron guiding her and her hands out in front of her. She let the conversation help to distract her only enough to enjoy without ruining her ability to walk.
She was a bit sadden that he did not want her help to search.He had family missing so why won't he like to have a some more eyes. She did not think that he was trying to protect her from seeing or being near possible violence again. She had not told him that it was an attack that injured her eyes and took Ingo's arm. She knew about violence but had she known he was trying to spare her it she would be grateful and found of him for trying such a thing. "Oh yes I would like to help you and your group out. I will gladly look around the town to see if there are any injured Pokemon coming in." She was sure it would not be much help but at least she could help in some way.
She sat down and did not seem to mind him watching her check her leg. her hands and knees stung a bit and she was unaware that they had bled a bit with scratches. She just thought maybe she skinned herself a bit but she did not think it had drawn blood.
She smiled though when she felt his hand. She gave it a squeeze that to feel it, "Thank you for you help Evron. You are not a bad pair of eyes. I hope I am not worrying you too much Evron. I know you and your friends are going threw a lot right now. I am sorry to distract you from things. Yes of course you can open it, I guess the sooner you do the sooner I can head back home and you can go and back to patrolling." she smiled gently.
Inside the plainly wrapped bock were several things. The largest of which was a thick padded vest just his size. The color would clash just a small but but it seemed to be made for a Froakie or a simular sized Pokemon. There was a thick fluffy new scarf and a small package of fruit energy cookies.
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